Major Flood
9 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
6 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Major flooding is occurring with homes and roads flooded.
6 ft
Water approaches homes.
5.5 ft
An access road begins to flood. Water approaches basements.
4 ft
Water begins to overflow the stream into some yards.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2018 | 8.89 ft | 3,030 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 7.47 ft | 2,220 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 5.85 ft | 1,330 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WESM2
River
Cranberry Branch
County
Carroll, MD
Coordinates
39.5933°N, 76.9675°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cranberry Branch near Westminster?
The Cranberry Branch near Westminster gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01585500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Cranberry Branch near Westminster?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cranberry Branch near Westminster is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cranberry Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cranberry Branch near Westminster to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Cranberry Branch near Westminster gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carroll County, Maryland at coordinates 39.5933°N, 76.9675°W. USGS site number: 01585500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey